University News

Breaking developments, leadership announcements, and policy changes from across Harvard’s schools and administration.

Trump Administration Appeals Order Restoring $2.7 Billion in Funding to Harvard

The appeal, which had been expected, came two days before the deadline to file.

by Jonathan Shaw

Appeals Court considers Harvard admissions lawsuit

The First Circuit Court of Appeals will rule on a much-watched lawsuit that could determine the future of affirmative action.

by Marina N. Bolotnikova

Harvard Endowment 2020 update

The endowment increases to $41.9 billion, and Harvard Management Company reports a 7.3 percent return on investments.

by John S. Rosenberg

Jennifer A. Doudna, Ph.D. ’89, Shares Chemistry Nobel Prize

Recognized for developing genome-editing technique

by John S. Rosenberg

The Voter-Fraud Disinformation Campaign

A White House-led effort to recast public discourse 

by Marina N. Bolotnikova

Five Harvardians Win MacArthur Grants

Harvard faculty, alumni are among this year’s 21 winners

by Lydialyle Gibson

Harvard Endowment $41.9 Billion on 7.3 Percent Investment Return

Harvard Management Company reports a 7.3 percent return on endowment investments.

by John S. Rosenberg

Harvard Helps Local Small Businesses

Using local accommodations and assisting commercial tenants

by Kristina DeMichele

“Our Vote Counts”

A cross-cultural effort fosters civic engagement in activists’ own communities.

by Kristina DeMichele

Admissions Lawsuit, Round Two

Appellate arguments are heard in a closely watched admissions case. 

by Marina N. Bolotnikova

Harvard Governing Boards Change Overseers

Limits on election of petition candidates and other measures are adopted.

by John S. Rosenberg